Release Blitz SWEAT by Rebecca Jenshak

“A spectacular debut that I truly couldn’t put down—one of those rare romances that manages to perfectly blend realistic characters into a wonderfully sweet and sexy fairy tale. The skilled writing made the story feel both timeless and fresh. Absolutely recommend.” — Lauren Layne, New York Times Bestselling Author

Elle Hastings flees to the small town of Sweetbriar to put some distance between her and the cheating ex-boyfriend who broke her heart. When a black-tie ball provides the perfect opportunity to show him what he’s missing, Elle enlists the help of a personal trainer to make her look irresistible. She didn’t plan on her new trainer making her heart beat faster than the rigorous workouts he puts her through.

Gym owner and personal trainer, Ryan Calloway, is Sweetbriar’s most eligible bachelor. He’s worked hard to make his gym a respected and successful addition to the community he loves. When Elle walks into his office, her soft, sexy curves have his head spinning. He vows to keep their relationship professional. He has a feeling ex-lovers don’t make good clients – a theory he’s not looking to test.

She was ready to give in and get Chinese takeout instead when she spotted Ryan across the store in the produce section. Elle tried to hide between the frozen food and dairy aisle, but Ryan looked up and waved before she could get out of his line of vision. She blushed and gave him a half wave, hoping he wouldn’t come over, even as he had started walking in her direction.

“What in the world is kale?” Elle blurted before she could catch herself.

Ryan tipped his head back, and a deep chuckle emerged from his throat. “May I help?”

“Yes, that would be great, actually. I think I’m way out of my league here.” That was true in relation to standing next to Ryan too.

He led her through aisles and explained each item on the list and why it was important, when and how to eat it, and even offered some basic cooking ideas for kale, sweet potatoes, and some other items Elle had never bothered to cook before. Ryan was in his element; apparently, he truly believed in his work and the lifestyle he taught. It was intoxicating to see him this way, and Elle started to think there was more to this gym god than met the eye. He was smart, funny, assertive — and he made Elle feel like she was a friend instead of just a client he was taking pity on.

They finished filling the cart with items from the list, and Elle thanked him profusely.

“See ya soon, Elle,” Ryan said, handing her the food list.

Their fingers brushed at the exchange, causing Elle to jump in reaction and fumble the paper. Every time he touched her, her whole body reacted. She waved awkwardly and swerved her cart to the checkout line, putting some much-needed space between them.

I LOVED Sweat by Rebecca Jenshak! This is a perfect, well written romance novel with a premise that you don’t read about, ever! A lawyer hiring a personal trainer = romance, I could not get enough of their story!!!! It is a more lighthearted story, but it is packed with plenty of steamy romance and enough sweaty drama (I needed a gym analogy, hehe).

“Graduate Law School. Check.
Find future husband. Check.
That left only two items on her life-goal checklist.
Make partner.
Live happily ever after.”

I had been reading a lot of dark romances lately and reading Sweat was the breath of fresh air that I needed! If you love NA & YA type romances then this book is definitely for you. This is Rebecca Jenshak’s DEBUT novel and I can’t wait to see what she has in store for the residents of Sweetbriar Lake! I also would love more of Ryan & Elle, please…

An ARC was generously provided by the author, in lieu of an honest review.

Rebecca lives in Arizona with her husband and children. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading, going to the movie theater, and binge-watching Netflix.